depression - Tammy Brown, LCSW-S

27 Mar 2012

Depression, isolation and connection

by Tammy Brown | posted in: Group Therapy, Psychotherapy, Relationships, self-help-depression, What My Clients Taught Me Today | 0

Today in my psychotherapy group, “Living Well with Bipolar Disorder and Depression,” we discussed isolation vs. connectedness. Group members shared that while isolation is often their choice when depressed, ultimately connecting with others is more helpful to them. Group members … Continued

21 Feb 2012

Writing and depression

by Tammy Brown | posted in: self-help-depression | 0

Many of my psychotherapy clients find journaling and writing to be helpful in dealing with depression. Some people find relief in letting their emotions out by expressing them in a written words meant only for themselves. Some journal and bring … Continued

4 Feb 2012

Not when I’m working

by Tammy Brown | posted in: What My Clients Taught Me Today | 0

Psychotherapy clients often ask if I get tired of hearing about people’s problems. I guess it could happen, but I don’t really think of psychotherapy in those terms. Unlike a friend who might be overburdened by a stream of complaints, … Continued